Without the help of any New York Democratic Puerto Rican politicians, Puerto Rico Governor Sila Maria Calderon initiated a voter registration campaign on the Lower East Side. Democratic Puerto Rican leaders are wary of Calderon’s ties to Republican George Pataki. more>
Many Venezuelans went to the consulate yesterday in midtown Manhattan some looking for information, others protesting Chavez’s return to power. All agreed that the president and all sectors must seek reconciliation and dialogue to resolve the country’s crisis. more>
Arab New Yorkers discuss the United States General Assembly and Security Council's sanction of a Palestinian state. more>